Kawasaki Teryx4 H2 and Teryx5 H2 Vehicles Recalled
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Kawasaki Motors USA is recalling about 3,585 Model Year 2026 Teryx4 H2 and Teryx5 H2 recreational off-road vehicles due to impact and injury hazards from drive converter sheave breakage.
What this CPSC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by CPSC on July 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Kawasaki Motors USA is recalling Model Year 2026 Teryx4 H2 and Teryx5 H2 recreational off-road vehicles because the drive converter sheave can break, resulting in metal fragments being discharged within the engine compartment and surrounding area, posing impact and injury hazards.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves Model Year 2026 Kawasaki Teryx4 H2 and Teryx5 H2 recreational off-road vehicles with model numbers KRT1000D, KRT1000F and KRT1000G. The vehicles were sold in lime green color at authorized Kawasaki dealers nationwide from June 2025 to January 2026 for between $37,200 and $43,700. About 3,585 units are affected.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles immediately and contact a Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair. A technician will replace the moveable clutch sheave assembly, install a clutch cover guard and reprogram the Engine Control Unit (ECU). Consumers may contact Kawasaki Motors USA toll-free at 855-878-4217 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.kawasaki.com.
Why This Matters
The hazard poses impact and injury risks from discharged metal fragments, with 19 reported incidents though no injuries have been reported.
Source
CPSC Recall - CPSC Recall Number 26550
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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